Infrastructure Engineer - (Onsite - REF1679F) - Citizant

Citizant is a leading provider of professional IT services to the U.S. government.  We seek to address some of our country’s most pressing challenges in the areas of Agile application development, Enterprise Data Management, Enterprise Architecture, and Program Management support services – focusing on the U.S. Departments of Homeland Security and Treasury. We strive to hire only ethical, talented, passionate, and committed “A Players” who already align with the company’s core values:  Drive, Excellence, Reputation, Responsibility, and a Better Future.  No matter how large we grow, Citizant will retain its collaborative, supportive, small-company culture, where successful team effort to address external and internal customer challenges is valued above all individual contributions.

Salary Range:

The expected pay range for this position is $160,000 to $175,000 yearly.  The pay rate will vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Overview:

Citizant is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer for IT Infrastructure and Cloud Services to join our team. This is an onsite position in Glynco, Georgia. The role focuses on designing, implementing, and managing scalable IT infrastructure solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Microsoft Azure and AWS platforms and a strong background in cloud and network security.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage scalable IT infrastructure solutions, including both on-premises and cloud environments, with a focus on Microsoft Azure and AWS platforms.
• Ensure the security and efficiency of IT infrastructure by integrating best practices and technologies in cloud security, network security, and system management.
• Perform routine infrastructure audits and provide recommendations for improvements in security and performance, aligning with industry standards and organizational goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and enforce IT infrastructure policies, ensuring compliance with security frameworks and optimizing system performance.
• Oversee the migration of legacy systems to cloud platforms, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency.
• Provide expert guidance on the selection and implementation of advanced infrastructure technologies and tools to meet evolving business needs.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans to safeguard organizational data and infrastructure.

• 7 to 10 years of experience in infrastructure and security engineering, with a proven track record of managing complex IT environments.
• Advanced knowledge of IT infrastructure components, including servers, storage, networking, and cloud services.
• Strong understanding of security principles and best practices in cloud environments, with hands-on experience in Azure and AWS security configurations.
• Proficiency in automation tools and techniques for infrastructure management, such as Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex infrastructure issues promptly.
• Strong communication skills, capable of explaining technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in an onsite, cross-functional team environment, leading projects and initiatives that enhance infrastructure security and performance.

Education:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (Required)
• AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate (Required)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (Preferred)
• AWS Certified Security – Specialty (Preferrred)

Clearance Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Must have an ACTIVE public trust or the ability to obtain one

Citizant strives to be an employer of choice in the Washington metropolitan area. Citizant associates accept challenging and rewarding work and in return receive excellent compensation and benefits, as well as the opportunity for personal and professional development.

Citizant is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.